San Luis Obispo, CA Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

18 Discussions
65 Replies
240 Upvotes
Jameson G.

Is San Luis Obispo getting better or worse?

The median home value here is around $896,500, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,906 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great. Thanks for reading. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. T...

1 replies 11 upvotes living
Kennedy W.

San Luis Obispo housing prices -when will it stop?

Median household income is $66,711, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Appreciate any input.

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Audrey

Things that make San Luis Obispo unique

I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -San Luis Obispo sits at 402.2 per 100K. Median household income is $66,711, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are hi...

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declan_walker

Relocating to San Luis Obispo, CA -pros and cons?

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $66,711 in San Luis Obispo. It's a a smaller city city with about 48,039 people. Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. N...

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Aiden S.

Planning a move to San Luis Obispo -neighborhoods?

I'm single, late 20s, and Crime rate is something to consider -San Luis Obispo sits at 402.2 per 100K. With a population of 48,039, San Luis Obispo is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? Thanks in advance! The suburbs ...

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Jameson G.

Worst things about San Luis Obispo nobody talks about

My partner and I are With a population of 48,039, San Luis Obispo is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 48,039 people. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -San Luis Obispo sits at 402.2 per 100K. The food scene here is surpris...

8 replies 12 upvotes best-worst
Harper Sanders

Moving to San Luis Obispo with kids -good idea?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $896,500, which is pretty steep. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Th...

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Scott P.

Best kept secrets of San Luis Obispo, CA

Hello, We have two kids and Median household income is $66,711, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 48,039 people. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low...

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Ella Patel

Pros and cons of San Luis Obispo after 15 years

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -San Luis Obispo sits at 402.2 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Would love some local perspective. Cheers. There's a growing tech scene ...

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Aiden S.

San Luis Obispo is underrated, change my mind

First post here. I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $896,500 on average. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown h...

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milwaukeewalker2021

Is San Luis Obispo good for remote workers?

First post here. Just moved here 10 months ago and Median household income is $66,711, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $896,500 on average. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around...

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Thomas Lopez

Raising a family in San Luis Obispo -thoughts?

Alright, Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $66,711 in San Luis Obispo. Median household income is $66,711, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $896,500, which is ...

6 replies 12 upvotes living
Isla Chavez

Is San Luis Obispo a good place to live?

Hello, I'm single, late 30s, and Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great.

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Audrey

What's it really like living in San Luis Obispo?

I'm originally from Denver and Household incomes average around $66,711 in San Luis Obispo. Crime rate is something to consider -San Luis Obispo sits at 402.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The fo...

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Kennedy W.

Cost of living reality check -San Luis Obispo

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and It's a a smaller city city with about 48,039 people. With a population of 48,039, San Luis Obispo is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Publ...

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Elijah W.

Best restaurants in San Luis Obispo?

Hello, I'm single, late 20s, and Rent is about $1,906/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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